Loch Sheldrake, NY (1/27/2023 & 1/28/2023) - SUNY Sullivan Athletics put on the inaugural
Darius Lee Memorial Classic this past weekend. The Generals went 2-0 with wins over CCBC Dundalk on Friday, 82-55, and then Community College of Morris, 88-70, on Sunday.Â
Darius Lee was an outstanding student-athlete at SUNY Sullivan. He was quick to smile, well-mannered, and humble. While pursuing an Associate Degree in Sport Management, Darius was a vital player on our Men's Basketball team from 2018-2020.Â
On Saturday, the #13 ranked Sullivan Generals played CCBC Dundalk and earned the win 82-55. Sullivan was in control throughout the whole game and led 39-21 at half time; in the second half they outscored Dundalk, 43-34. The 82-55 win moves the Generals to 15-5 on the year.
Sullivan had two individuals go for double-doubles in the win:
Jay Alvarez and
Mohammed Touray.Â
Jay Alvarez finished the game with a team high 23 points and 19 rebounds as well as 4 assists.Â
Mohammed Touray ended with 11 points and 10 rebounds with 3 assists and 2 steals. Kipp Richvine went for 11 points;
Jair Currie added in 10 points and 6 assists.Â
Naquan Pounder grabbed 11 rebounds to go with 6 points. The rest of the scoring came from K.Tracey (7), J.Minto (6), K.Dinkins (5), and N.Kane (3).
On Sunday, the #13 ranked Sullivan Generals beat the Community College of Morris, 88-70. Sullivan battled early with Morris and went into the half up five, 42-37. In the second half Sullivan was able to add to their lead and take control of the game, winning the half 46-33. #13 Sullivan ended with a 88-70 win over CC of Morris and move to 16-5 on the year.
Sullivan General
Mohammed Touray finished the game wih a double-double, going for 12 points and 17 rebounds.Â
Jay Alvarez ended with a team high 23 points and 9 rebounds.Â
Jair Currie went for 18 points and dished out 9 assists. Â
Naquan Pounder ended with 10 points and 7 rebounds. The rest of the scoring came from C.Gallon (8), K.Tracey (6), J.Minto (3), K.Dinkins (3), and K.Richvine (5).